Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Payson public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in business jobs
Pinnacle Propane/Alliant Gas operations
Council discussed the propane operations issue in executive session and directed staff afterward, but the substance remains confidential.
Economic development advertising results
The town's ad blitz — Diamondbacks, ASU, Cardinals, billboards — coincided with an $800,000 jump in sales tax revenue last year, though the manager cautioned attribution takes a full year to measure.
Vacancy in Economic Development Director position
Greg Martinez resigned after being placed on administrative leave amid an investigation. The town manager says the hiring process will be repeated the same way as before, with a job posting, top-candidate interviews and background checks.
Summer youth work program renewal
A no-cost agreement with Gila County keeps paying teen summer interns, several of whom have become permanent town employees in parks, community development and town hall.
Economic development partnerships
The town manager reported recruiting timber companies, exploring county partnerships on the rodeo grounds, and pursuing 20 acres of state and county land near Highway 260 for potential resort development.
Peddler and solicitor licensing update
A housekeeping ordinance adds DPS-mandated fingerprint language to the peddler license code so the police department can legally submit fingerprints for background checks on door-to-door solicitors.